What does it mean to witness?

In Matthew 4:19, Jesus gave some fisherman a rather strange proposition.  “Follow me,” He said, “and I will make you fishers of men.”  What could He possibly mean?  How can one “catch” men?  A simple reading of the book of Acts will give us the answer.  Jesus wanted these men to become soulwinners!

It is the call and duty of every born again believer to share the Gospel of Jesus Christ with lost sinners.

We read in the book of Romans, chapter 10, “For whosoever shall call upon the name of the Lord shall be saved.  How then shall they call on him in whom they have not believed?  and how shall they believe in him of whom they have not heard? and how shall they hear without a preacher? … So then faith cometh by hearing, and hearing by the word of God.”

Witnessing is not only for missionaries and pastors.  Are you saved?  Then witnessing is YOUR responsibility too.  The world is dying and going to Hell.

How can you reach them? Read on and learn about the many tools at your disposal in the effort to win souls!

Gospel Tracts

One cannot underestimate the power of gospel tracts in the effort to turn men and women to Jesus.  Tracts are inexpensive, concise, and extremely easy to use.  If you have a desire to win the lost, but don’t know where to start, I strongly suggest that you avail yourself of this valuable resource.  Hand tracts to the cashier after making a purchase, leave them in public restrooms, or simply hand them out on a busy street corner in your town.

Note: I have become extremely leery of “free” Gospel tracts; such as those distributed by The Fellowship Tract League, which teach the Lordship Salvation heresy. I highly recommend publishing your own tracts or buying trustworthy tracts from the Sword of the Lord, particularly by the late man of God, Dr. Curtis Hutson…

How to Know You are Going to Heaven (by Curtis Hutson)
Salvation Plain and Simple (by Curtis Hutson)
Pilgrim Fundamental Baptist Press

One-on-one

The most effective means of winning souls to Christ is by sharing the Gospel one-on-one with people.  Countless men and women have trusted Jesus as their Savior, because a friend or a stranger simply took the time to explain the Gospel to them.

Before trying to witness to someone verbally, you should have a plan for how you will start the conversation, what verses you will use, etc. Click here to view a basic outline which you can use when witnessing.

For more detailed soulwinning information, please CLICK HERE.(Personal Soulwinning Book by John R. Rice)

Prison Ministry

Jesus said, “I was a stranger, and ye took me not in: naked, and ye clothed me not: sick, and in prison, and ye visited me not.” —Matthew 25:43

Ministering The Word to “The Least of These” in Prison. How to Start a Prison Ministry Manual (Links to a down-loadable PDF file)

“Remember them that are in bonds, as bound with them; and them which suffer adversity, as being yourselves also in the body.” —Hebrews 13:3

Foreign Missions

Do you have a world vision for souls?  Are you interested in helping get the Gospel out to the world?  Most missionaries are supported through missionary boards, who make sure they’re getting the job done.  It’s a far better cause for your charitable contributions, than the ridiculous things which many people support.  Perhaps you would like to serve in full-time Christian ministry yourself, as a missionary.

Homeless Ministry

Every major American city has a large homeless population.  There aren’t enough shelters to care for them.  Many are returning veterans who find themselves unable to readjust. Some are mentally ill and refuse treatment. Most are everyday, average people who have been overwhelmed by life and lack support to find solid ground. They need food, shelter and most of all—Jesus Christ. Starting a Homeless Ministry(coming soon)

“He that hath pity upon the poor lendeth unto the LORD…” —Proverb 19:17

“I’m against sin.  I’ll kick it as long as I’ve got a foot, and I’ll fight it as long as I’ve got a fist.  I’ll butt it as long as I’ve got a head.  I’ll bite it as long as I’ve got a tooth.  And when I’m old and fistless and footless and toothless, I’ll gum it till I go home to Glory and it goes home to perdition!” —Billy Sunday